See inspection report, full photos, videos and more at
classicpromenade.com. More details coming soon. This is a
beautifully restored US delivery 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SL with some
of the most desired color combinations and options.This Mercedes
has been well cared for in every respect, being one of the most
iconic models ever produced. The three-year nut and bolt
restoration was performed by European Foreign Classics, LTD, and
was done with impeccable detail and accuracy. This comprehensive
restoration including rebuilding the engine, transmission,
drivetrain, suspension, and rear end. This 280 was restored for the
personal use of European Foreign Classics owner and resulting in
what could be considered one of the finer Pagodas on the market.
The restoration took place over a 3-4 year process, in which the
owner documented the entirety of the process on a single invoice.
However, given that this car was done for himself, he did not
create individual invoices for the work done. Nonetheless, we are
provided with restoration photos that show the extent of what is
considered a complete nut and bolt restoration. The 280SL has
travelled less than 500 miles since the restoration. The condition
and attention to detail associated with this example makes this an
investment-grade collector car. Though the headlight notches and
front fender spotwelds - important details on these SL's - have
been painted over and smoothed out. Nonetheless, this is a
complete, numbers matching motorcar and one of only 830 produced,
as 1971 was the final production year for this second generation
(w113) roadster. The livery is sporty and elegant in its original
Signal Red (Paint Code 568) complemented by chrome that is
beautiful condition. This 280SL has had a complete bare metal
repaint, disassembling the car as needed. Likewise, the
undercarriage was also painstakingly repainted during the
restoration. The OEM European Headlights complete the look. The
Cognac Leather (Code 120) and Brown Carpet (6454) are all new and
look, feel and smell as-new. Complimenting the leather are the
beautifully refinished wood trim pieces. This 280SL also features a
new but original equipment radio. We love the look of the beautiful
chrome, Cognac leather and the red interior trim. The black
convertible top looks as-new and the headliner is also in excellent
condition. The same condition is true of the hard top as well, it
is also fully restored. The inspection confirms that the car has
never had rust and that all instruments and accessories function as
they should. This comes complete with a very nice original tool
kit, the factory data card and the owners manuals. This roadster is
available for inspection in NYC, New York. For more details and
information, please call or text Daniel Folk at 1.917-890-4230 or
[email protected]